Stitched Collection
The Stitched Collection is a collaboration between embroidery and braiding specialist Aimee Betts and furniture designer-maker Gareth Neal. The collection is exclusively handmade by luxury cabinet makers, Lydiates in Herefordshire. The cabinet embodies the craftsmanship and the sensitive approach to collaboration between two highly skilled craftspeople.
The Stitched Sideboard is a four-door sideboard made with hand-braided front and side panels using a combination of tonal coloured cords. The finely spaced stitchwork holds the individually milled slats in position and allows for the structure of the woodwork to deliberately be seen, both internally and externally whilst the considered cabinetry in solid Ash provides the perfect framework for the intricate needlework. The sideboard has two internal shelves that reference traditional haberdashery display cabinets and the doors are finished with luxury brass hardware and hand-milled brass handles.
The Stitched Side Table in Blackened Ash & Natural Cord is the latest edition to the collaboration. Designed as a scaled down version to work within the bedroom or smaller living spaces, it has a simple single drawer to tuck away private items and a lower shelf to display books, magazines or other treasures.
The stitching, reminiscent of rows of wishbones, has been meticulously hand-braided by Aimee, using a combination of leather, hemp and waxed cotton cords, to a distinctive Ash panel frame. The doors and side panels are specifically designed to incorporate Aimee’s stitching techniques – each of the dowels and batons are cut to size by hand and held in place by the cords.
Materials: Ash Veneer, Solid Ash, Osmo Oil finish, Brass Hardware and a Mix of cords
Dimensions: H 76cm, L 220cms, W 54cm
Made To Order: 10 -12 weeks
To enquire about The Stitched Collection please visit The New Craftsmen.
If you are interested in commissioning a piece for your home or interior project please contact us.
